Green Shack Program in Edmonton in 2015

You probably heard of the Green Shack Program. It should give to children in a neighborhood a chance for activity and they should have fun. This program offers many activities. Some of them are crafts, drama, music, games and sports. Every year, in July and August, children can enjoy in the Green Shack Program. It was very popular in the 2013 and in 2014, but even higher success should happen in this year.

This is a free program that should provide fun and physical activity for the children who live in Edmonton. Also, this is a free program, so parents will low income shouldn’t be worried about extra expenses. During the two months, the events occur through the whole city. Children can just pop-in to any of previously mentioned activities. The only rule is that kids who participate must be from 6 to 12 years old.In 2013, 172 Green Shacks operated in the city. In 2014, that number increased to 180. Last year, City Council gave $275.000 to support this great program. Since 2013, Green Shack Program has grown and last year it offered 9 full days of activity and fun for the children. Every place, where the event occurs, is carefully chosen, so many kids can use it. A new addition is Pop Up Play program. They added it to 34 neighborhoods that don't own a playground. In the 2015, this program will grow again. This mean, more events, and it will last longer. This is the best opportunity for all children that like fun and sports. Beside this, they will learn a thing or two.

In 2013, 172 Green Shacks operated in the city. In 2014, that number increased to 180. Last year, City Council gave $275.000 to support this great program. Since 2013, Green Shack Program has grown and last year it offered 9 full days of activity and fun for the children. Every place, where the event occurs, is carefully chosen, so many kids can use it. A new addition is Pop Up Play program. They added it to 34 neighborhoods that don't own a playground. In the 2015, this program will grow again. This mean, more events, and it will last longer. This is the best opportunity for all children that like fun and sports. Beside this, they will learn a thing or two.